The three-day event brings together researchers, scientists and pharmaceutical companies to discuss medicinal plant research, herbal product development and drug safety.
The three-day event bringing together researchers, scientists and pharmaceutical companies to discuss medicinal plant research, herbal product development and drug safety. began yesterday (8 November) at The Avenue Hotel and Suites in Lalkhan Bazar. Photo: TBS
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The three-day event bringing together researchers, scientists and pharmaceutical companies to discuss medicinal plant research, herbal product development and drug safety. began yesterday (8 November) at The Avenue Hotel and Suites in Lalkhan Bazar. Photo: TBS
An international conference in Chattogram is bringing together local and foreign researchers, scientists and pharmaceutical industry representatives to explore drug discovery from natural resources, advance herbal product development and strengthen collaboration between academia and industry.
Organised by the Department of Pharmacy at International Islamic University Chittagong, the three-day conference, titled “International Conference on Natural Products, Drug Discovery and Herbal Innovation: Bridging Academia and Industry (ICNDHI 2026)”, began yesterday (8 November) at The Avenue Hotel and Suites in Lalkhan Bazar.
The event entered its second day today (9 November) and will conclude tomorrow (10 November).
Discussions at the conference cover drug discovery from natural sources, scientific research into medicinal plants, herbal product development, and the evaluation of medicine safety and effectiveness.
Researchers and academics from universities and research institutions in Bangladesh and abroad are presenting their findings and exploring ways to translate academic research into practical applications in the pharmaceutical industry.
Bridging research and industry
Six Bangladeshi pharmaceutical companies are participating in the conference, providing a platform for researchers and industry representatives to exchange views on pharmaceutical products, industry-led innovation and ongoing research and development.
The organisers aim to strengthen cooperation among universities, research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers so that scientific discoveries can be developed into commercially viable medicines and herbal products.
Engaging young researchers
The conference also features poster and research paper presentations, as well as quiz competitions, to encourage student participation in scientific research.
An exhibition of natural and herbal products has been organised alongside the conference, allowing students to learn about different products and interact with local and international researchers and scientists.
According to the organisers, Bangladesh has considerable potential to develop new medicines and quality herbal products from its diverse medicinal plants and natural resources. Realising that potential, however, requires stronger collaboration among universities, research institutions and the pharmaceutical industry.
The conference is expected to connect Bangladeshi researchers with international research networks, encourage young scientists and strengthen the country’s pharmaceutical research, development and innovation capabilities.
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